This organisation are a respected and well-established charity operating in the emergency medical sector, delivering advanced pre-hospital care across a wide geographical region in Central England. With a history spanning over three decades, the organisation plays a critical role in responding to major incidents, serious trauma, and life-threatening emergencies. This organisation are committed to innovation, continuous improvement, and putting patients at the heart of everything they do.Job Purpose:Reporting into the Head of Fundraising, The Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy Lead plays a pivotal role in driving income growth through the development and delivery of strategic partnerships with corporates and major donors. This senior position will lead on securing significant gifts (five- and six-figure) and managing key high-value relationships that directly support the organisation's lifesaving mission.As a senior member of the fundraising team, you will bring creativity, professionalism, and a proactive approach to donor engagement. You will also provide leadership, mentorship, and expertise to colleagues, contributing to a high-performing and collaborative team cultureKey ResponsibilitiesLead and grow corporate and major donor income streams.Develop and implement fundraising strategies and tailored donor journeys.Build and manage long-term relationships with senior stakeholders, corporates, and HNWIs.Prepare impactful proposals, presentations, and stewardship plans.Support and motivate team members and contribute to cross-team collaboration.Set and manage budgets, KPIs, and CRM data reporting.Represent the organisation at meetings and events as required.Line management experience, responsible for a team of 4Person SpecificationEssentialEducated to Further/Higher Education level or equivalent experience.Significant experience in major donor and/or corporate fundraising.Proven ability to secure high-value gifts and develop strategic partnerships.Experience in budget management and working at a strategic level.Strong relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills.Organised, target-driven, and solutions-focused.Confident using CRM databases and MS Office.Full UK driving licence and flexibility to work occasional evenings/weekends.DesirableFundraising qualification (e.g. IoF Diploma).Experience in healthcare or emergency services charity.Familiarity with Access CRM.Existing corporate/HNWI networks in the region.Understanding of marketing/communications.What they offerA collaborative and creative work environmentSalary £45-50k37.5 hours per weekFlexible working (e.g. be willing to travel to the Charity Headquarters 2-3 days per week and then the other 2-3 days would be a combination of WFH and travelling out and about across the patch for meetings etc (sometimes the split between office/WFH/out about will increase or decrease depending on business needs for certain projects)
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Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy Lead